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“Is it Just? Is it Justice?” will be presented by Todd Williams at the Sunday, September 15, 2019 meeting of the Ethical Humanist Society of Asheville, 2:00-3:30 PM, at Friends Meeting House, 227 Edgewood Road, Asheville, NC. All are welcome to attend.
Join our Buncombe County District Attorney, Todd Williams, for a wide-ranging discussion on the results and challenges in seeking safety, justice, victim support, accountability and transparency, while reducing recidivism, reducing the jail population, tackling the opioid crisis and fostering effective diversion programs for non-violent offenders aimed at treatment, rehabilitation and alternatives to incarceration. Add legislative and resource constraints, ethical considerations, and a diverse community perception of “Justice” and the discussion is sure to be lively, educational and thoughtful.
Todd will talk about the Child Advocacy Center (for victims of child abuse and neglect), the Family Justice Center (for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault), the Justice Resource Center (to enable rehab, job training and other services in lieu of punishment), as well as Juvenile Misdemeanor Diversion Programs, Veterans’ Treatment Court, reforming cash bail and other criminal justice reform initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, effectiveness and compassionate outcomes.
Todd Williams worked for nearly 15 years as a public defender before winning election as District Attorney in 2014 and again in 2018. Before turning to the law, Todd taught English as a second language and taught adult basic skills to textile workers, immigrants, and the homeless. That experience led Todd to pursue a career in social justice through public service law. He has a BA in English from UNC-Chapel Hill and a JD from Northeastern University School of Law.
Informal discussion and refreshments will follow the presentation.
The Ethical Humanist Society of Asheville endeavors to nurture the capacity and responsibility of human beings to act in their personal relationships and in the larger community to help create a better world. We are inspired by the ideal of working to create a more humane society, recognizing each person’s worth and dignity, and helping to bring out the best in him or her. We are a member of the American Ethical Union and an affiliate of the American Humanist Association. We join together to assist each other in developing ethical ideas and ideals, to celebrate life’s joys, support each other through life’s crises, and to cultivate ethical behavior in our community.
For more information: call 828 687-7759, email [email protected], visit our website at: http://EHSAsheville.org, or see us on MeetUp: www.meetup.com/Ethical-Society-of-Asheville.
Weddings and Ceremonies Officiated:
The Ethical Humanist Society of Asheville offers individualized, custom wedding services. Joy McConnell, Ethical Culture Leader (clergy/celebrant), and Jackie Simms, Ethical Culture Officiant and Humanist Celebrant, are available to perform wedding (and other significant life event) ceremonies. Joy contributes a portion of the officiating charge to the Ethical Humanist Society of Asheville. Honoraria for Jackie's officiating are direct contributions to the Ethical Humanist Society of Asheville, a 501(c)(3) organization. Both Joy and Jackie love officiating weddings, so please spread the word. For more information: contact Joy at 828-808-4710 or via her profile on www.meetup.com/Ethical-Society-of-Asheville, or contact Jackie at 828-687-7759 or email [email protected]

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Terrorism…war…political polarization…climate change…the depletion of oil…economic upheaval…social inequality and injustice…mass extinction…. Today’s challenges can feel overwhelming. In this fun, interactive, and creative workshop, participants will learn how to move from:
• Pessimism to Optimism
• Powerlessness to Power
• Paralysis to Action
We’ll explore why there’s reason for optimism and how, with faith, hope, and love, we can affect positive change in the world.
Course Detail/Agenda:
1. Introductions
2. Great Anger; Good Grief
3. The Great Turn Around
4. The Great Turning
5. Clarion Call
6. Commissioning
7. Dismissal
Trainer: For more than twenty years, Randy Siegel has been helping men and women “stand in their power and become the full expression of all they are.” Past clients include The Recording Academy (The Grammy Awards), The Giving Institute, and The University of Georgia MBA Program. The author of the Amazon best-selling book, In Search of The One, Randy is a nationally recognized expert on communications, relationships, and spirituality.

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Now in 20+ cities, this Yoga-inspired workshop is more than dating, it's "Yoga for your Love Life!" Combination relationship skills class + speed date, you'll share a moment of guided connection with up to 24 dates in a traditional Puja circle. Exercises are fun, PG-rated (think light partner yoga, actor's improv, eye-gazing, dance), and are infused with positive relating skills. You'll walk away not only with matches, but with a refreshing perspective on what relationships can be!
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Maybe you've been thinking about starting a meditation practice but keep putting it off. Maybe it's time to finally overcome that resistance and start enjoying the peace you can experience by turning within through meditation. Or perhaps you are already meditating but could use a refresher or some inspiration to strengthen your practice. Let's Talk. First Sunday of the month - 10:00 am-11:00am Veda Studios, 83 Merrimon Ave, Asheville NC 28804 All are Welcome. There is no charge for this event. For more information contact Doug: 828-335-6820 [email protected]